Tips for Scouting Leaders

Providing Support to Youth Who Are Bullied

Be sure to follow the BSA’s Youth Protection

Policy

What is Bullying?

Prevalence

Consequences

Adult Response

How can you help?

Don’t do further damage

Spend time with the Scout

Praise the Scout

Help the Scout Feel Safe

Communicate

Communicate

Communicate

Don’t force a meeting

Communicate

Provide Information

Encourage and support the Scout

Encourage and Support

Encourage and support the Scout

Parents

Encourage and support the Scout

Follow Up

RememberTo help other people at all times…

And

A Scout is Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, and Kind